If you’re looking to gain access to Topsail Island and aren’t traveling by boat, you will need to enter the island by traveling over one of the two bridges with connecting access which includes those that are part of State Highway 210 and North Carolina Highway 50 (or NC-50). Surf City Bridge Surf City Bridge … Read more
Looking for things do to in Surf City, North Carolina? Surf City plays a unique role in the Topsail area for both full-year residents and guests. With the Surf City Bridge being the most-traveled route of access to Topsail Island, those living or visiting the area are always looking for fun things to do in … Read more
Thinking about moving to Hampstead, North Carolina? As one of the fastest-growing communities in the state, Hampstead and the greater Topsail area continues to earn plenty of attention… and with good reason. With an excellent school system and close proximity to Topsail Island and the island’s 26-miles of publicly accessible beaches – Hampstead has plenty … Read more
On the morning of Sunday, July 23, 2023, Pender County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Speedway gas station and convenience store parking lot located at 14477 Highway 17, Hampstead, NC 28443 in response to a missing persons call. Upon arrival, officers found three deceased individuals in a sedan parked in the Speedway parking lot. Reports … Read more
On July 10, 2023, a crime was reported at the Lowe’s Home Improvement store located at 106 Wilkes Ln, Hampstead, NC 28443. The Surf City Police Department has released photographs of an individual believed to be involved in felony larceny at this location. In North Carolina, larceny becomes a felony under certain conditions, including: The … Read more
For many residents and visitors actively in the Topsail area (and especially those in Hampstead) this week has been marred by an unanticipated disruption: an ongoing AT&T Wireless service outage. AT&T customers have reported single bars of service, the inability to make or receive calls, and alarmingly, phones displaying the distressing “SOS” in their service … Read more
Coastal Cleanup of Topsail, in partnership with the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue & Rehabilitation Center, is hosting a Beach Cleanup event this Saturday, June 17th, in a strong display of community effort for cleaner shores and ocean preservation. The event is open to all who wish to contribute towards preserving the natural beauty of … Read more
We are thrilled to announce that the Topsail Guide has expanded its comprehensive business directory with the inclusion of six more local companies. Throughout the month of May, we had the privilege of welcoming: Apricot Lane Hampstead is a trendy women’s clothing boutique offering stylist services along with unique and timeless clothing at an affordable … Read more
This week, the Pender County Board of Education announced the appointment of two new principals for Surf City Elementary School and Surf City Middle School. Kelly Flynn Appointed as Surf City Elementary School Principal Kelly Flynn, an experienced local educator with over two decades of experience in Pender County Schools, is the newly appointed principal … Read more
The National Association of Counties (NACo) recognized Pender County’s BEach Clean program, which is an important environmental initiative in the Topsail region, with an Achievement Award. This award acknowledges the program’s inventive and influential methods in preserving the cleanliness and sustainability of our beaches, rivers, and waterways. Collaborative Efforts Towards a Cleaner Environment According to … Read more